Arborist Albuquerque Pruning & Care

Question 1

What is the best time of year to prune most deciduous trees?

Accepted Answer

Late winter to early spring

Answer

Mid-summer

Answer

Early fall

Answer

During full leaf-out in spring

Question 2

Why is it important to remove dead or diseased branches?

Accepted Answer

Prevents disease spread and enhances safety

Answer

It improves tree aesthetics only

Answer

Encourages uncontrolled growth

Answer

Reduces overall tree lifespan

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of crown thinning?

Accepted Answer

To improve light penetration and air circulation

Answer

To remove all interior branches

Answer

To encourage uncontrolled top growth

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To weaken tree structure

Question 4

Which pruning technique is best for reducing the overall size of a tree while maintaining its natural shape?

Accepted Answer

Crown reduction

Answer

Topping

Answer

Pollarding

Answer

Removing lower branches only

Question 5

Why should pruning cuts be made just outside the branch collar?

Accepted Answer

To promote healing and reduce decay risk

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To increase wound exposure

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To remove more of the branch base

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To encourage faster branch regrowth

Question 6

What is the recommended tool for making clean pruning cuts on small branches?

Accepted Answer

Hand pruners

Answer

Chainsaw

Answer

Axe

Answer

Hedge trimmers